Rudolph, WI

Wisconsin

Rudolph is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 493. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
493 Population 411/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $35,303 per capita
$165,500 Home Value $230,259 Zillow
$663 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
44°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$165,500 home value, $663/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,500
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

How Rudolph Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population493
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$35,303
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$5,836M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,500
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$230,259
Housing Units207
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity43.2%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking19.4%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute21 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries5

Is Rudolph a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rudolph receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rudolph offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rudolph is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rudolph is $165,500, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Rudolph has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Rudolph has a population of 493 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%).

Population

493
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Rudolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.2%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.8%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rudolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rudolph is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Rudolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,303
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$75,853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,939
County GDP$5,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants217
Healthcare230
Retail206
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rudolph is $165,500, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $230,259.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,500
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$230,259

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.1%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,247
78% above US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Rudolph, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rudolph vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep32.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death5,999/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access70.2%
Healthcare Facilities230
Rudolph has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 15°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

15°F Jan (-10°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average43.8°F
19% below US avg
January Average15°F (-10°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,148 ft (350 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates44.4972°N, 89.8018°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.2-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.6%
D 49.8%

Winner: Democrat by 1.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.81
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities230
Restaurants217
Retail Stores206

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.7%

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